Show me your brooches

[Daisys and Diamonds]

Thank you for reviving this! You already know I love yours. Here's my new one! I haven't worn it yet but I sure have stared at it a lot.

https://imgur.com/Pqquv7A

oh wow
i could sit and look at that all day

I have one! I hope it’s the beginning of a beautiful collection. Victorian (1860-1880?), shell, Etruscan revival frame in 18ct gold.

two of my favorits on PS this week

 

[MakingTheGrade]

 

[Joanne10]

I don’t know how you feel wearing it, but you sure look like the boss. It just gives you an aura of power.

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

I have a couple of brooches!








This box is full of vintage costume.

i know its just been summer for you but have you been wearing the tree ducks ?

its spring here and we had an early spring but winter made a last ha-ra this past week and its been freezing with lots of heavy spring rain that is usually warm but was cold -we just had a huge thunder storm -felt like it was right over the house -loudest thunder ive ever heard
as cats are ex strays they bearly battered an eye lid but dogs must have been going crazy

anyway back to brooches
i have seen so many beautiful coats this year, very smart but most sadly lacking a brooch -such wasted real estate Stuff: Latest breaking news | New Zealand
so this week was really really cold so we had excellant pie days at work
i was peering through the pie warm warming asking what she would like and i spied what i thought was a really beautiful brooch -blue and silver and white -but when i came around to the till with her pie - they were buttons
the only coat ive ever seen that didnt need a brooch, these were statement buttons
she had made the coat herself and happily showed me the contrasting linning
she hadnt used a button kit but had remade excitting buttons and used the same fabric as the coat and had picked out the interesting bits, it a kind of tartan with dark pinky purple accents on mid blue with thin silver stripes

 

[Crimson]

Here are two of my jadeite brooches. The one on the left has icy jade, pink sapphires and green jadeite. The one on the left is set with icy jade that is so translucent it picks up the surrounding colour. It is set with tiny tsavorites.

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

Here are two of my jadeite brooches. The one on the left has icy jade, pink sapphires and green jadeite. The one on the left is set with icy jade that is so translucent it picks up the surrounding colour. It is set with tiny tsavorites.

i think i have forgotten to breath
stunning !

 

[Catmom]

Here are two of my jadeite brooches. The one on the left has icy jade, pink sapphires and green jadeite. The one on the left is set with icy jade that is so translucent it picks up the surrounding colour. It is set with tiny tsavorites.

Those are gorgeous!

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

thought you might enjoy watching this
the NZ silver fern brooch features

i hope Queen Camila has watched this

 

[Lentibulariaceae]

Giant sword brooch
In all seriousness you could probably use that thing as an actual weapon in a pinch, it’s gigantic in the best way! I gotta get one of ‘em.

 

[MakingTheGrade]

Giant sword brooch
In all seriousness you could probably use that thing as an actual weapon in a pinch, it’s gigantic in the best way! I gotta get one of ‘em.

Haha yeah I wear it as a purse ornament currently and can probably do damage with it if I needed to!

 

[newtojewels]

I went to a wedding this weekend and we were all sent home with flowers so I decided to take photos of my one brooch! Still unworn




Edit: one more!

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

I went to a wedding this weekend and we were all sent home with flowers so I decided to take photos of my one brooch! Still unworn




Edit: one more!

if it hasnt been worn yet i hope it is on display in your china cabinet or such like so you can admire it every day
it is very beautiful

 

[Made in London]

thought you might enjoy watching this
the NZ silver fern brooch features

i hope Queen Camila has watched this

Thanks for sharing

 

[newtojewels]

if it hasnt been worn yet i hope it is on display in your china cabinet or such like so you can admire it every day
it is very beautiful

Thank you! It often sits next to me at my desk

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

bumping this thread becuase its Christmas
saw a lovely sunburst when we went out to morning tea today
was so excitted

 

[stracci2000]

@Daisys and Diamonds
I wore this one yesterday on my coat.
It's much more beautiful and sparkly in person.


I wore this one on Thursday to work.
Look at those fancy fake emeralds!

 

[stracci2000]

Here are a few more I found in a bag of costume jewelry from a thrift store.

 

[Catmom]

@Daisys and Diamonds
I wore this one yesterday on my coat.
It's much more beautiful and sparkly in person.


I wore this one on Thursday to work.
Look at those fancy fake emeralds!

Love these!

 

[Catmom]

Since I'm currently in FL I'm wearing my Christmas Palm Tree brooch.

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

Here are a few more I found in a bag of costume jewelry from a thrift store.

perfect time of the year !

@Daisys and Diamonds
I wore this one yesterday on my coat.
It's much more beautiful and sparkly in person.


I wore this one on Thursday to work.
Look at those fancy fake emeralds!

i love these !

Since I'm currently in FL I'm wearing my Christmas Palm Tree brooch.

my new fav palm tree

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

i just brought a new brooch
took me ages to find this thread
it was on sale and then a further 25% off
i had to have it
i have wanted it for ages




that is 4.45 cm x 2.5cm so hopefully not too small
they have really lovely looking things on the website so i hope it is very nice
my hometown Dunedin was settled by (amoung others) my Scottish ancestors and we have a Scottish shop, i always loved going in there

Solid sterling silver Scottish thistle brooch measuring 1 3/4" x 1" with three faceted amethyst gemstone (5 carat total gemstone weight).


The national flower of Scotland, the thistle, is a beautiful symbol of the tough spirit and wild beauty of the land and its people.


This unique artisan design has three thistle flowers twisting around, giving the feeling of movement.


Celebrate Scotland with this beautifully detailed handmade brooch - every detail of the flower and leaves is etched out in highly poliched sterling silver. Gorgeous and unique! This brooch will become a treasured family heirloom or the perfect gift for a wedding, anniversary or birthday.


Solid sterling silver with three faceted amethyst gemstones.


3/4" locking pin - brooch measures 1 3/4" x 1"


About the Thistle


The prickly purple thistle is the national emblem of Scotland. Ever present in fields and pastures throughout Scotland, thistle has been Scotland's emblem for centuries. The first use as a royal symbol was on silver coins issued by James III in 1470.


The Lovely Symbolism of the Thistle Flower



The thistle represents overcoming adversity and difficult situations. It’s a symbol of resilience. In Celtic regions, the thistle represents devotion, bravery, determination, and strength. In addition, the thistle is considered a symbol of protection.


It is also called the “flower of the sun“ and is used as protection against evildoers. The thistle is often seen on the front doors of Celtic homes. The flower’s pink and purple colors represent nobility and royalty.


The thistle represents overcoming adversity and difficult situations. It’s a symbol of resilience. In Celtic regions, the thistle represents devotion, bravery, determination, and strength. In addition, the thistle is considered a symbol of protection.


It is also called the “flower of the sun“ and is used as protection against evildoers. The thistle is often seen on the front doors of Celtic homes. The flower’s pink and purple colors represent nobility and royalty.

 

[Ibrakeforpossums]

Daisys, that's gorgeous! What a piece!

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

Daisys, that's gorgeous! What a piece!

let's just hope i actually wear it !
brooches remind me of my grandma who would be about 120 now !
she never left the house without one

i read all these treads on brooch conversion and i feel a little sad
a few years ago i found a wee akoya pearl and silver brooch that was tucked away in mum's stuff, i had a bail attached to it but ive heardly worn it either way
and yet this week i wore this top with like a wee cardi attached and i wanted to do it up as it was a bit chilly out and i was thinking brooches and i completly forgot about it
i desperatly want brooches to come back but we have now had two or more like 3 generations where brooches are viewed as old fashioned
mum never wore one
When her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth ii was still with us every monday i would google to see if we could see her going to church and if we had a clear view of a brooch
Queen Camila does not wear them as often, Princess Catherine much less
however Queen Mary of Denmark wears them and dear i say i have some hope as her 18 year old daughter Princess Josephine although not a brooch wearer yet does pile it on and is no minimilist although im not sure how much influence a foreign spare could have on this generation but im hopeful

 

[Ibrakeforpossums]

let's just hope i actually wear it !
brooches remind me of my grandma who would be about 120 now !
she never left the house without one

i read all these treads on brooch conversion and i feel a little sad
a few years ago i found a wee akoya pearl and silver brooch that was tucked away in mum's stuff, i had a bail attached to it but ive heardly worn it either way
and yet this week i wore this top with like a wee cardi attached and i wanted to do it up as it was a bit chilly out and i was thinking brooches and i completly forgot about it
i desperatly want brooches to come back but we have now had two or more like 3 generations where brooches are viewed as old fashioned
mum never wore one
When her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth ii was still with us every monday i would google to see if we could see her going to church and if we had a clear view of a brooch
Queen Camila does not wear them as often, Princess Catherine much less
however Queen Mary of Denmark wears them and dear i say i have some hope as her 18 year old daughter Princess Josephine although not a brooch wearer yet does pile it on and is no minimilist although im not sure how much influence a foreign spare could have on this generation but im hopeful

A brooch is so versatile! Lapel, scarf, hat, dress clip. We're waiting to see photos of you wearing it.

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

A brooch is so versatile! Lapel, scarf, hat, dress clip. We're waiting to see photos of you wearing it.

i do love a brooch on a hat
i was born in the wrong era

 

[Ibrakeforpossums]

Google the Academy Awards - brooches everywhere, esp. on the men.
You must know who this is:

Met Gala.

 

[glitterata]

i just brought a new brooch
took me ages to find this thread
it was on sale and then a further 25% off
i had to have it
i have wanted it for ages




that is 4.45 cm x 2.5cm so hopefully not too small
they have really lovely looking things on the website so i hope it is very nice
my hometown Dunedin was settled by (amoung others) my Scottish ancestors and we have a Scottish shop, i always loved going in there

Solid sterling silver Scottish thistle brooch measuring 1 3/4" x 1" with three faceted amethyst gemstone (5 carat total gemstone weight).


The national flower of Scotland, the thistle, is a beautiful symbol of the tough spirit and wild beauty of the land and its people.


This unique artisan design has three thistle flowers twisting around, giving the feeling of movement.


Celebrate Scotland with this beautifully detailed handmade brooch - every detail of the flower and leaves is etched out in highly poliched sterling silver. Gorgeous and unique! This brooch will become a treasured family heirloom or the perfect gift for a wedding, anniversary or birthday.


Solid sterling silver with three faceted amethyst gemstones.


3/4" locking pin - brooch measures 1 3/4" x 1"


About the Thistle


The prickly purple thistle is the national emblem of Scotland. Ever present in fields and pastures throughout Scotland, thistle has been Scotland's emblem for centuries. The first use as a royal symbol was on silver coins issued by James III in 1470.


The Lovely Symbolism of the Thistle Flower



The thistle represents overcoming adversity and difficult situations. It’s a symbol of resilience. In Celtic regions, the thistle represents devotion, bravery, determination, and strength. In addition, the thistle is considered a symbol of protection.


It is also called the “flower of the sun“ and is used as protection against evildoers. The thistle is often seen on the front doors of Celtic homes. The flower’s pink and purple colors represent nobility and royalty.


The thistle represents overcoming adversity and difficult situations. It’s a symbol of resilience. In Celtic regions, the thistle represents devotion, bravery, determination, and strength. In addition, the thistle is considered a symbol of protection.


It is also called the “flower of the sun“ and is used as protection against evildoers. The thistle is often seen on the front doors of Celtic homes. The flower’s pink and purple colors represent nobility and royalty.

I'm so glad you found this, Daisy! You've been wanting it for a long time. I hope you wear it often!

 

[Crimson]

i just brought a new brooch
took me ages to find this thread
it was on sale and then a further 25% off
i had to have it
i have wanted it for ages




that is 4.45 cm x 2.5cm so hopefully not too small
they have really lovely looking things on the website so i hope it is very nice
my hometown Dunedin was settled by (amoung others) my Scottish ancestors and we have a Scottish shop, i always loved going in there

Solid sterling silver Scottish thistle brooch measuring 1 3/4" x 1" with three faceted amethyst gemstone (5 carat total gemstone weight).


The national flower of Scotland, the thistle, is a beautiful symbol of the tough spirit and wild beauty of the land and its people.


This unique artisan design has three thistle flowers twisting around, giving the feeling of movement.


Celebrate Scotland with this beautifully detailed handmade brooch - every detail of the flower and leaves is etched out in highly poliched sterling silver. Gorgeous and unique! This brooch will become a treasured family heirloom or the perfect gift for a wedding, anniversary or birthday.


Solid sterling silver with three faceted amethyst gemstones.


3/4" locking pin - brooch measures 1 3/4" x 1"


About the Thistle


The prickly purple thistle is the national emblem of Scotland. Ever present in fields and pastures throughout Scotland, thistle has been Scotland's emblem for centuries. The first use as a royal symbol was on silver coins issued by James III in 1470.


The Lovely Symbolism of the Thistle Flower



The thistle represents overcoming adversity and difficult situations. It’s a symbol of resilience. In Celtic regions, the thistle represents devotion, bravery, determination, and strength. In addition, the thistle is considered a symbol of protection.


It is also called the “flower of the sun“ and is used as protection against evildoers. The thistle is often seen on the front doors of Celtic homes. The flower’s pink and purple colors represent nobility and royalty.


The thistle represents overcoming adversity and difficult situations. It’s a symbol of resilience. In Celtic regions, the thistle represents devotion, bravery, determination, and strength. In addition, the thistle is considered a symbol of protection.


It is also called the “flower of the sun“ and is used as protection against evildoers. The thistle is often seen on the front doors of Celtic homes. The flower’s pink and purple colors represent nobility and royalty.

Hooray! It is so lovely and meaningful, @Daisys and Diamonds. I know how you love amethysts too. It will look perfect on you. I have hats and brooches too and I love them. I agree with @Ibrakeforpossums - they are timeless.

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

Google the Academy Awards - brooches everywhere, esp. on the men.
You must know who this is:

Met Gala.

nope
who is he ?

 

[Crimson]

i think i have forgotten to breath
stunning !

So glad you like them!

Love these!

Thanks, sorry for replying so late!
I have another to share, below.

nope
who is he ?

Formula One driver for the UK, Lewis Hamilton. He is a brooch fan! https://www.harpersbazaar.com/celeb...wis-hamilton-2025-met-gala-red-carpet-photos/
That night he wore two brooches!


Here is my recent brooch. I love birds.